--- title: "News: Success" url: "https://stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk/news/tag/success" school: "St Michael’s Catholic Academy" --- Admissions Consultation BHCET schools in Stockton and Billingham [Click Here](https://stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk/governance/admissions-consultation) **Tel:** (01642) 870003 **Email:** enquiries@stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk # News: Success ![Image of St Michael’s Announces Student Leadership Team for 2026-2027](https://files.schudio.com/st-michael-s-catholic-academy-3/imagecache/720x440c/news/748740590_1069488202417066_2983145106523380908_n.png.jpeg) 20 July 2026 ### [St Michael’s Announces Student Leadership Team for 2026-2027](https://stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-07-20-st-michael-s-announces-student-leadership-team-for-2026-2027) St Michael’s Catholic Academy is delighted to introduce its Student Leadership Team for 2026-2027. These students have been selected to represent the academy, support their peers and help make a positive contribution to school life over the coming academic year. ![Image of Celebrating Success: El Camino Project Awards Ceremony](https://files.schudio.com/st-michael-s-catholic-academy-3/imagecache/720x440c/news/699597357_1673889127019186_2099764673703233533_n.jpg) 18 May 2026 ### [Celebrating Success: El Camino Project Awards Ceremony](https://stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-05-18-celebrating-success-el-camino-project-awards-ceremony) Fourteen of our Year 7 pupils were invited to attend a special El Camino Project Awards Ceremony at St John’s, celebrating their hard work and achievements. ![Image of Cricket Success: Jack Shines for Cleveland Schools](https://files.schudio.com/st-michael-s-catholic-academy-3/imagecache/720x440c/news/1000007060.jpg) 18 May 2026 ### [Cricket Success: Jack Shines for Cleveland Schools](https://stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-05-18-cricket-success-jack-shines-for-cleveland-schools) We are incredibly proud of Jack A in Year 10, who recently represented Cleveland Schools in a competitive cricket match against Durham School. ![Image of UKMT Maths Challenge: Problem‑Solving Success](https://files.schudio.com/st-michael-s-catholic-academy-3/imagecache/720x440c/news/699310500_1673887160352716_4365609827047961683_n.jpg) 15 May 2026 ### [UKMT Maths Challenge: Problem‑Solving Success](https://stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-05-15-ukmt-maths-challenge-problem-solving-success) Well done to all of our students who took part in the prestigious UKMT Maths Challenge, showcasing their mathematical thinking and problem‑solving skills. ![Image of Rising Star: Ben Making His Mark in Darts!](https://files.schudio.com/st-michael-s-catholic-academy-3/imagecache/720x440c/news/Screenshot_2026-05-02_at_07.27.00.png) 5 May 2026 ### [Rising Star: Ben Making His Mark in Darts!](https://stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-05-05-rising-star-ben-making-his-mark-in-darts) Since picking up darts in July last year, Ben in Year 10 has made extraordinary progress, quickly establishing himself as one to watch in the competitive darts scene. In less than a year, he has gone from beginner to a serious contender, demonstrating not only natural talent but also impressive dedication and focus. ![Image of Football Success for St Michael’s Students](https://files.schudio.com/st-michael-s-catholic-academy-3/imagecache/720x440c/news/st_mich_1.png) 24 April 2026 ### [Football Success for St Michael’s Students](https://stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-04-24-football-success-for-st-michael-s-students) We are delighted to celebrate an excellent sporting achievement by two of our students, Daniel and Luka, who continue to represent St Michael’s Catholic Academy with pride both in school and beyond. On Tuesday 21st April, Daniel and Luka competed for the Stockton District Under 15 Football Team in the 2026 U15 Sunderland Children’s Hospital Cup, facing a strong Newcastle District side. Demonstrating teamwork, determination and skill, the Stockton District team secured an impressive 2–0 victory. ![St Michael's Catholic Academy at Middlesbrough football club](https://files.schudio.com/st-michael-s-catholic-academy-3/imagecache/720x440c/news/655597258_1629842131423886_1395471584387110869_n.jpg) 23 March 2026 ### [Celebrating Success: 100% Attendance Winners Enjoy VIP Football Experience](https://stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-03-23-celebrating-success-100-attendance-winners-enjoy-vip-football-experience) St Michael’s Catholic Academy was thrilled to reward last half term’s 100% attendance winners with an unforgettable experience. Thanks to the incredible generosity of Wayne from Environmental Green Group, our students enjoyed a once‑in‑a‑lifetime visit to watch Middlesbrough vs Bristol City from the prestigious Hospitality Suite at the Riverside Stadium. ![Image of Honouring Achievement: A Wonderful Evening of Duke of Edinburgh Success](https://files.schudio.com/st-michael-s-catholic-academy-3/imagecache/720x440c/news/650989423_1622695988805167_2169903940098248157_n.jpg) 20 March 2026 ### [Honouring Achievement: A Wonderful Evening of Duke of Edinburgh Success](https://stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-03-20-honouring-achievement-a-wonderful-evening-of-duke-of-edinburgh-success) St Michael’s Catholic Academy recently hosted a fantastic evening to celebrate the remarkable achievements of our 18 Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award recipients. Their determination, resilience and commitment shone brightly as each student was recognised for their journey through the award. ![St Michael's What Went Well Wednesday](https://files.schudio.com/st-michael-s-catholic-academy-3/imagecache/720x440c/news/619840631_1582214332853333_4728232490141858244_n.jpg) 26 January 2026 ### [Shining Stars: Celebrating Our Learning Passport Champions!](https://stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-01-26-shining-stars-celebrating-our-learning-passport-champions) There is plenty to celebrate at St Michael’s Catholic Academy in Billingham as we recognise the incredible students who have successfully completed their Learning Passports! This achievement represents 12 full weeks of taking part in What Went Well Wednesday, where pupils share fantastic pieces of work from across all their subjects. ![Image of St. Michael’s Triumphs at BHCET Swimming Gala](https://files.schudio.com/st-michael-s-catholic-academy-3/imagecache/720x440c/news/598474655_18053674640661244_636738891764638353_n.jpg) 10 December 2025 ### [St. Michael’s Triumphs at BHCET Swimming Gala](https://stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk/news/2025-12-10-st-michael-s-triumphs-at-bhcet-swimming-gala) St. Michael’s Catholic Academy wins the BHCET Swimming Gala 2025 in Hartlepool, showcasing talent, teamwork, and determination. The gala brought together five secondary schools from the Trust for an afternoon of competitive swimming, teamwork, and incredible sportsmanship. From the very first race, the atmosphere was electric - students cheered each other on, showing determination and resilience in every stroke. ![Harvey Thompson](https://files.schudio.com/st-michael-s-catholic-academy-3/imagecache/720x440c/news/584450065_1532846411123459_1732124432593680255_n.jpg) 18 November 2025 ### [Celebrating Success: Harvey Thompson Signs Scholarship with Sunderland AFC!](https://stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk/news/2025-11-18-celebrating-success-harvey-thompson-signs-scholarship-with-sunderland-afc) We are incredibly proud to share some fantastic news from St Michael’s Catholic Academy, Billingham! Our talented Year 11 student, Harvey Thompson, has signed a two-year scholarship with Sunderland AFC after an amazing nine years of dedication to the club. ![St Michael’s Catholic Academy](https://files.schudio.com/st-michael-s-catholic-academy-3/images/logo/Bishop_Hogarth_and_Hexham_Logo_new_(1).png) ### St Michael’s Catholic Academy Beamish Road Billingham Stockton-On-Tees TS23 3DX (01642) 870003 - [Office 365](https://outlook.office.com/bhcet.org.uk) - [BHCET Trust Website](https://bhcet.org.uk/) ### Social Media - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/stmichaelscatholicacademybillingham/) - [X](https://twitter.com/StMBillingham) - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/stmichaelscatholicacademy/) ### Translation © Copyright 2025–2026 St Michael’s Catholic Academy School & Trust Websites by [ ![Schudio logo](https://stmichaels.bhcet.org.uk/img/logo/light.png) ](https://www.schudio.com/)